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September 26, 2025 – A Friday of Presence and Prayer
At St. Alban’s, our Friday sit-down lunch is more than a meal, it’s a space of welcome. People come not only for food, but for connection. We set the table with intention: to nourish bodies and spirits, to offer community in the midst of whatever someone may be carrying. Today, that intention met a quiet… Continue reading
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September 23, 2025 – A Tuesday Evening of Listening and Grace
Tonight I returned to our Tuesday community meal, a space that continues to reveal the quiet beauty of presence and the deep ache of unmet needs. Though the meal is served as take-out, what we’re building is unmistakably a community. As long as there is conversation, hospitality, and welcome, there is connection. And tonight, that… Continue reading
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September 22, 2025 – A Blessing Already in Motion
This past Saturday, I was invited by a young couple to bless their new home. They had recently moved into our neighborhood, and their invitation touched me deeply. Their home is beautiful, not just in its appearance, but in the spirit that fills it. There’s a quiet courage in asking for God’s blessing, especially in… Continue reading
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September 19, 2025 – Today at St Alban’s: Grace in Action
Every Friday at St Alban’s, our parish hall becomes a place of welcome and warmth. Normally I greet the volunteers, have conversations with our guests, and say grace before the meal. It’s a rhythm I cherish, a way to be present, to listen, and to give thanks. But today, while I was greeting people as… Continue reading
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September 16, 2025 – This Evening at St Alban’s: A Meal That Nourishes More Than the Body
This evening I had the privilege of spending time at our community meal here at St Alban’s Anglican Church in Richmond. As I continue settling into my role as rector, moments like these remind me why this church matters. Not just as a place of worship but as a living, breathing community. Since the pandemic,… Continue reading
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September 15, 2025 – Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation: Exploration, Understanding, and Clarifying the Facts
In today’s increasingly open conversations around gender and sexuality, one question often arises—especially in my conversations with parents during community outreach: Can gender identity and sexual orientation be taught or influenced? It’s a question that touches not only on personal identity, but also on education, culture, and family concerns. Research in psychology and neuroscience consistently… Continue reading
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September 14, 2025 – A Sunday of Grace and Renewal at St Alban’s Anglican Church
This morning at St Alban’s Anglican Church in Richmond, something truly special unfolded. We gathered to celebrate Holy Cross Day, a moment in the church calendar that invites us to reflect on the mystery and meaning of the cross. We also welcomed a new member into the Body of Christ through adult baptism—a powerful act… Continue reading
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September 14, 2025 – Together, From Stigma to Support: A Personal Journey Shared with Life to Paper Publishing
Last Friday, I had the opportunity to speak with Tabitha Rose, the founder of Life to Paper Publishing. I first came across her company while reading Cracking Up, Gordon Lownds’ powerful memoir that chronicles his descent into addiction and his long road to recovery. The book is raw and honest, and it led me to… Continue reading
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September 13, 2025 – Grace in the Midst of Challenge: A Friday at St. Alban
Yesterday’s Friday Community Lunch at St. Alban Anglican Church was a reminder of the delicate balance between compassion and responsibility that we strive to uphold every day. Before the lunch began, our volunteers discovered an unexpected situation: a person experiencing homelessness had been residing in our church shed, likely for several days. The shed, which… Continue reading
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September 11, 2025 – Reflecting on World Suicide Prevention Day: A Journey of Connection and Courage
Yesterday, I had the privilege of attending a deeply meaningful panel discussion titled Supporting People Together, hosted by Pathways Clubhouse, Vancouver Coastal Health, and Chimo Community Services. Held at the Brighouse Library in Richmond, the event marked World Suicide Prevention Day with a powerful blend of personal storytelling, professional insight, and community solidarity. Stories That… Continue reading
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